Monday, September 28, 2015

Finally Fall

Fall has finally arrived! And, although fall in the desert is very different than in the midwest; it's still a fabulous time of year. Regardless of the location, it means there is a bit of a crisp in the air and the temperatures are cooling off. The colors become deeper and richer. That means it's time to break out some new looks! My picks for fall? I'm so glad you asked! Here's a few of my favorites for the start of the new season:

This amazing beauty is from Erstwhile Jewelry & was originally an Edwardian pearl necklace clasp that was repurposed into an engagement ring. Made with platinum & centered with an approx. .75 carat AGL-certified burma ruby accented with single cut diamonds, circa 1910, $4,900. I love the stunningbright red of this ring! It reminds me of the first tinge of color on the trees or the red, fall bloomson the prickly pear cactus.

The 'August in Rome' cuff by Emanuela Duca Contemporary Jewelry is made of blackened sterling silver, 18k yellow gold & diamonds. I adore just everything that Duca creates! The organic nature of her designs & the textural feel just seems to echo the feeling of crunchy leaves underfoot. Perfection!

From the wonderful world of Lauren Bergman of Aroc Urtu & cast in her own special alloy of raw brass, this horizontal horn necklace is set with three sparkly diamonds totalling .10 carats on a sterling silver cable chain, $275. This necklace has been on my "Wish List" (along with her Diamond Slice Necklace!) for ages! I just love the look of it & the rich color of the brass - perfect for fall!

From another one of my absolute favorite designers, Vivasmith Studios, is this completely stunning pendant in texturized, oxidized steel with fused 20kt gold, 12kt electrum gold with a raw pink tourmaline set in 18kt gold. The color of the tourmaline is such a lovely peachy-pink - just the color of early cacti blossoms or the shade of tree leaves turn just as they start to turn.

Everyone knows that I love Marla Aaron Jewelry! I have several of her pieces & I am lusting after her new enamel ear cufflings! Made of solid sterling silver, they come in a variety of custom colors. Personally, I think a lovely trio of orange, brown & black is sheer perfection for fall! Maybe even throw a little green in the mix. Not to mention, you can get them in oxidized sterling silver as well as yellow gold. So mix, match & have some fun!

Like a stormy fall sky, these Labradorite Double Drop Earrings by Pippa Small Jewellery are the definition of 'perfect for turtlenecks!' Made of labradorite & 18k yellow gold, the depth of color in the stones is just perfect for fall, £1,400.

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And Here I Am.....

I grew up in a very artistic home with a deep appreciation for history. The history of our lineage, of the antiques we were surrounded by and the memories we were making. Every thing we touch tells a story of the people who came before us. The jewelry they wore is a huge part of these histories. And I am pleased to have the opportunity to touch and to be a part of these shared, jeweled stories.